World No Tobacco Day (May 31): Public health leaders call for a national nicotine use reduction target, urge Federal Health Minister to immediately protect youth against nicotine vaping
Over 20 key health organizations and tobacco control experts from across the country convened in Ottawa this weekend for a national roundtable on the future of tobacco control in Canada. Concerned with high rates of youth vaping and the increasing use of nicotine pouches, the roundtable participants released a consensus statement calling for a new national target of reducing nicotine use to less than 5% by 2045. The existing target of less than 5% tobacco use by 2035 was reaffirmed.
Lung Health Foundation Says Canada’s Current Access System to Emerging Therapies is Moving Slower than Modern Medicine
New lung cancer and respiratory treatments are being developed faster than critically ill Canadian patients can access them, even when doctors believe they could help save lives; Canada’s largest charity dedicated to lung health presses Ottawa to act on Bill C-265 to establish a pre-approved special access list to help physicians obtain targeted therapies when no comparable treatment is available in Canada
Canadian Soccer Standout Cloey Uddenberg and Team Physician Dr. Kevin Asem Join Lung Health Foundation’s National Push to Keep Kids with Asthma in the Game
As soccer surges across Canada, new Play Prepared campaign empowers families, coaches, and communities with real-world guidance that works on and off the field
Canada Exploring a Generational Tobacco Ban to Reduce Smoking Rates: What We Know So Far
The Lung Health Foundation welcomes the U.K.’s leadership on reducing tobacco use and is encouraged to see Canada exploring similar measures. A generational tobacco ban will help protect youth and must be paired with strong prevention, cessation supports, and education to effectively reduce smoking and vaping rates across the country.
Lung Health Foundation Welcomes Delanya Podgers as Medical Director, Primary Care Asthma & COPD Program (PCAP)
We’re pleased to welcome Delanya Podgers as Medical Director for the Primary Care Asthma & COPD Program (PCAP).
Renewed Support for Lung Cancer Research
The Cancer Research Society (CRS) announces the launch of the second edition of its Lung Cancer Research Grants Competition, backed by a total investment of $2 million. Building on the success of its inaugural competition, this initiative aims to accelerate scientific progress in an area where significant needs remain.
Opinion | Understanding evidence-based medicine matters for healthy communities
McMaster experts such as Dawn Bowdish work tirelessly to counter misinformation that drives vaccine hesitancy
From Paperwork to Patient Care: A Statement in Support of Bill C-265 [An Act to amend the Food and Drugs Act (List of Therapeutic Products Pre-approved for Special Access)]
This special statement has been prepared to support proposed changes to the Act’s Special Access Program section. These changes could give people experiencing serious or life-threatening conditions faster access to medications that aren’t yet approved by Health Canada. Some of these medications could help people living with lung conditions.
Lung Health Foundation Launches Bold 2026–2028 Strategic Plan to Transform Lung Health Across Canada
The Lung Health Foundation (LHF) today unveiled its 2026–2028 Strategic Plan, Beyond the Horizon – Shaping the future for better lung health.
Wildfire Smoke is Coming. Millions of Canadian Lungs Aren’t Ready.
Canada is entering another wildfire season — and for millions of Canadians living with lung disease, the danger often begins before the smoke is even visible.
